Classroom Aide

LUZERNE COUNTY HEAD START; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Life Insurance

Paid Long Term Disability Insurance

Paid Sick Time

Paid Personal Time

Paid Holidays

Education/Tuition Assistance

Training Opportunities

Flexible Benefits

Job summary

Luzerne County Head Start is seeking a dedicated staff member for a full-time, 10-month position from August to June, with a 37.5 hours per week schedule in the school year. The role involves assisting in classroom educational activities as part of a team and providing third-person support alongside the lead Teacher and Associate Teacher.

Rate of Pay is $14.80/hr with a 5% increase for those who possess bilingual English/Spanish abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience with Young Children preferred.
• Bilingual abilities Eng/Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work as a part of a team to assist in carrying out educational activities in the classroom setting.
• Partners with the lead Teacher and Associate Teacher as a 3rd person support in the classroom.

Skills

Experience with Young Children

Bilingual Eng/Spanish

Job description

• Experience with Young Children preferred
• Bilingual Language abilities, English/Spanish, a plus

Responsibilities/Duties

Work as a part of a team to assist in carrying out educational activities in the classroom setting. Partners with the lead Teacher and Associate Teacher as a 3rd person support in the classroom.

Terms of Employment

Conditions of Employment

Luzerne County Head Start requires staff to possess current, valid Background Clearances (3) per state/federal regulations. Proof of education required to meet the qualifications for position.

Hours & Salary

Full Time (37.5 hrs/wk),10-month position working a school year August -June annually with an established summer break between school years.

Rate of Pay: $14.80/hr.

For those who possess Bilingual Abilities (Eng/Spanish) – 5% additional pay

$500 Sign-On Bonus!

Fringe Benefits

• HEALTH INSURANCE – Two health plan options allow you to choose the coverage that works best for you and your family. Low-cost Geisinger medical plan options that includes a Health Reimbursement Account with LCHS paying 1/2 the plan deductible; Optional Vision and Dental plan with orthodontics. Coverage begins after 60 days.
• RETIREMENT PLAN – LCHS 401(k) with 7% agency contribution with a voluntary pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax investment option
• PAID Life Insurance (1x annual salary)
• PAID Long Term Disability Insurance
• PAID Sick Time – Accrues up to 65 working days
• PAID Personal Time – 3 days/school year
• PAID Holidays immediately – 18 days during the regular school year, including extended break between Christmas-New Year
• PAID Education/Tuition Assistance at $322/credit, up to $5,250/year
• PAID Training Opportunities
• Flexible Benefits – Pre-Tax Medical/ Dependent Care Spending
• … and much more!

Our employees…

• …receive attractive salaries and unique career opportunities;
• …do meaningful work that is constantly changing and evolving;
• …enjoy successful careers without sacrificing their personal lives; and
• …work in an environment of professional respect.